(LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse - Healthcare for the Homeless - Medical Respite

New Horizon Family Health Services; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care in a medical respite setting. The role involves assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, while ensuring compliance with health standards. Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving the health of the community in beautiful Greenville, SC.

Benefits

Vacation plus holidays and sick leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Continuing education courses

Qualifications

• 1 year of practical nursing experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Experience in an ambulatory health care setting preferred.
• Successful completion of IV Certification Training.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical providers with patient care and treatment.
• Collect and document vital signs and patient concerns.
• Administer medications and perform treatments per protocols.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing

Licensed by the South Carolina Board of Nursing

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

Job description

Position:(LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse - Healthcare for the Homeless - Medical Respite

Location: Greenville, SC

Job Id:157

# of Openings:1

$3,000 - $5000 (Based on percentage of direct Patient Care)

JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Respite Nurse assists the Medical Provider or Registered Nurse (RN) in the care and treatment of New Horizon Family Health Services patients. The LPN shall perform a variety of complex nursing tasks and related duties as required.

DUTIES PERFORMED

Assessment

• Collects and documents in the EHR: vital signs, patient complaints/concerns, demographic data and history from patient, family and others, while following Patient Centered Medical Home procedures.
• Understands the purpose of and has a working knowledge of Patient Centered Medical Home concepts.
• Tracking: Works with Nursing Staff team members to track outcomes for referrals, hospitalizations, pap smears / lab results, vouchers and other required information supporting Patient Centered Medical Home guidelines and processing Gaps in Care report as assigned.

Planning

• Organizes time to provide expected care to assigned patients.
• Will assist Medical Assistants and Clinical Support Specialists as needed to complete patient referrals
• Will monitor and complete assigned EHR provider staff buckets and task buckets

Implementation

• Performs ordered treatments and procedures in accordance with NHFHS and area of practice policies and procedures and documents them in the EHR.
• Administers medications in accordance with policies and procedures and with knowledge of usual dosage, expected results, and potential side effects and documents them in the EHR.
• Correctly processes and documents Point of Care Lab Tests and Basic Lab Tests, as assigned.

Evaluation

• Observes and reports gross changes in patient’s condition to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
• Is attentive to patient and/or family concerns about treatment.

Safety

• Exercises proper surveillance of patients and documents; maintains patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competence in response to codes and is re-certified yearly in CPR training.

Teaching

• Provides patient instructions and information on routine diagnostic procedures.
• Provides basic patient/family education in uncomplicated health problems in accordance with the plan of care for the patient.

Interpersonal Relationships

• Utilizes proper channels of authority and communication in the work setting.
• Fosters trust and respect among staff, patients, families, and visitors; maintains effective staff/patient relationships.
• Allows others the opportunity to express feelings and respects individuality; handles their own feelings appropriately.
• Accepts constructive criticism; participates in the evaluation process.
• Expresses concerns and criticisms constructively.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing and one (1) year of practical nursing experience, preferably in an ambulatory health care setting.
• Must be licensed as a Practical Nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.

Preferred:

• One (1) year of experience in a community health center setting
• Experience with an EHR
• Successful completion of IV Certification Training

New Horizon Family Health Services offers a robust and comprehensive benefit package to full time employees. These choices/options include:

• Vacation plus holidays and sick leave

Optional Benefits which include:

• Medical (PEBA State Health Plan), Dental and Vision benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Optional contribution to a 403 (b) Retirement Plan, with up to 4% employer match after the first year of employment
• Continuing education courses through SC AHEC

Mission:

Our Mission is to provide quality, affordable, compassionate patient-centered health care to improve the health of the communities we serve. Our Vision is that our community will be one of the healthiest in the Nation. Superior patient care is the hallmark of NHFHS.

ICARE Values:
The ICARE values of New Horizon Family Health Services guide our employees toward achieving the mission of our company and our vision for our community. Our values stand for Integrity, Collaborations, Accountability, Respect, and Enrichment.

Community:

Greenville, South Carolina is the perfect place to live, work, and play.Greenville is surrounded by mountains, lakes, hiking & biking trails, as well as recreational activities including golf, tennis, water sports, cultural performances and more. Geographically located between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC, with beaches just 3.5 to 4 hours away.